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Securities / Derivatives

China Sets New Rules for Overseas Listing Proceeds, Mandating Repatriation

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/12/2025

The new rules, effective April 2026, require funds raised offshore to be repatriated in principle, with specific account and approval requirements.

ESG / Sustainability

China Issues Climate Disclosure Standard With Path to Mandatory Reporting

By Mark Johnston | 29/12/2025

The trial standard, aligned with global frameworks, requires voluntary reporting for now but outlines a gradual transition to mandatory disclosure.

Securities / Derivatives

China Overhauls Interbank FX Market Rules, Tightens Oversight

By Editors | 29/12/2025

New regulations introduce a comprehensive supervisory framework, stricter conduct rules, and formalise data management for all market participants.

Capital / Liquidity

Hong Kong Finalises New IRRBB Rules, Adopts Recalibrated Basel Shocks

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/12/2025

The new framework applies more severe, recalibrated interest rate shocks to the existing six-scenario test and a 15% capital trigger for 'outlier' banks, effective from 2026.

AML / KYC

Former Malaysian Prime Minister Handed 15-Year Jail Term in 1MDB Trial

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/12/2025

Najib Razak was convicted on 25 charges of power abuse and money laundering in the massive state fund scandal.

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Taiwan Passes Foundational Law to Govern Artificial Intelligence

By Editors | 26/12/2025

The new act establishes core principles for AI development and creates a governance structure with a risk-based approach.

Securities / Derivatives

Korea Unveils Tax Incentives to Stem Capital Outflows and Bolster Won

By Editors | 26/12/2025

New measures include a temporary capital gains tax waiver and support for currency hedging to address surging overseas investment.

Securities / Derivatives

China Issues New Rules for Banks to Fund Key Western Trade Corridor

By Editors | 26/12/2025

The guidelines direct financial institutions to streamline credit, expand cross-border services, and pilot digital currencies to support the strategic trade route.

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Korea to Revamp AML Rules to Target FIs With Weak Controls

By Editors | 26/12/2025

KoFIU will introduce penalties for weak controls and incentives for certified staff in its 2026 evaluation programme.